By George Fairfeld, Station Manager Piscataway Community TV
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In an era dominated by global media giants and digital streaming services, hyperlocal community television channels like Piscataway Community TV, (PCTV) continue to play a crucial role in maintaining a sense of community, fostering local engagement, and providing residents with content that truly matters to them. PCTV is not just another channel on the dial; it is a valuable resource that serves the Piscataway residents and the residents of Central NJ by keeping them informed, entertained, and connected. That value was never more apparent than during the aftermath of Super Storm Sandy in October 2012 or during the World Wide Pandemic in 2020. During these crises, Piscataway Community Television was always a constant source for the residents to find necessary hyperlocal information for their local officials that kept them safe and informed.
Posted: October 25, 2024 by Doug Seidel
Congratulations: JAG Awards Winner 2024
Documentary Woodbridge TV̶—The Barron Arts Center: Holiday Model Train Show, Award of Excellence JCETV Jersey City—Jersey City Public Schools Official Sesquicentennial Video, Award of Distinction Woodbridge Schools—Woodbridge Township School District: CJCEE, Award of Recognition Instructional/Training Woodbridge Schools—Gifted & Talented: Professional Development Learning, Award of Excellence Piscataway Community TV—Piscataway Cooks: With the Bertolinis, Award of Distinction …
Posted: October 25, 2024 by Doug Seidel
Spotlight: OurClark Media TV 36
by Nate Clee, Information Technology, Township of Clark, NJ Clark TV-36 is owned and operated by the Township of Clark as OurClark Media TV 36. The studio is overseen by Nathaniel Clee who brings over 30 years of experience in information technology and electronic engineering support. Additionally, there is a team of part time videographers, …
Posted: October 25, 2024 by Doug Seidel
Legislative Update October 2024: News from Trenton & Washington, DC
by Dave Garb, Legislative Committee Chair
Because of its importance, I am going to bring up an article that we commented on last month. It is about the FCC’s Docket No. 05-231 *Closed Captioning of Video Programming Telecommunications for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Inc. Petition for Rulemaking*.
Posted: September 23, 2024 by Doug Seidel
Spotlight on Piscataway Community TV: A Local Treasure Promoting Unity and Diversity
By George Fairfeld, Station Manager Piscataway Community TV
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In an era dominated by global media giants and digital streaming services, hyperlocal community television channels like Piscataway Community TV, (PCTV) continue to play a crucial role in maintaining a sense of community, fostering local engagement, and providing residents with content that truly matters to them. PCTV is not just another channel on the dial; it is a valuable resource that serves the Piscataway residents and the residents of Central NJ by keeping them informed, entertained, and connected. That value was never more apparent than during the aftermath of Super Storm Sandy in October 2012 or during the World Wide Pandemic in 2020. During these crises, Piscataway Community Television was always a constant source for the residents to find necessary hyperlocal information for their local officials that kept them safe and informed.
Posted: September 23, 2024 by Doug Seidel
Legislative Update August 2024: News from Trenton & Washington, DC
by Dave Garb, Legislative Committee Chair
Because of its importance, I am going to bring up an article that we commented on last month. It is about the FCC’s Docket No. 05-231 *Closed Captioning of Video Programming Telecommunications for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Inc. Petition for Rulemaking*.
Posted: September 23, 2024 by Doug Seidel
Elevating Your Local Broadcasts: Strategies and Tools from Varto Technologies
by Yervant Keshishian Sales Engineer, Authorized Trainer & Technical Director, Varto Technologies, Inc
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This month, Varto Technologies is excited to host the Jersey Access Group (JAG) meeting at our office in East Rutherford, NJ. As a company committed to supporting local access stations, we’re eager to share practical demonstrations and innovative ideas to help you enhance programming, engage your community, and streamline workflows.
Posted: September 6, 2024 by Doug Seidel
Spotlight: Oakland’s Implements a Private Fiber Broadband network provides great benefit to Oakland TV
By Mark Albala, Vice Chairman of Oakland TVnt Producer
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There has been a phenomenon throughout the United States with many municipalities reducing communication costs through the advocation of a municipal broadband network. In 2024, Oakland, New Jersey joined the ranks of over 400 communities nationwide which have taken the initiative in managing the tax burden of residents for the necessary communications infrastructure by completing the implementation of the borough’s private fiber broadband network.
Posted: September 6, 2024 by Doug Seidel
Legislative Update August 2024: News from Trenton & Washington, DC
by Dave Garb, Legislative Committee Chair
As the summer slowly winds down, movement in the Capitol is in full swing and the Legislative Committee is working hard to stay on top of the latest developments.